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CHEVROLET Aveo
T200/T250 / T250 / T300 / 2005-2020 / Hatchback / Sedan / Subcompact Hatchback / Sedan / Hatchback/Sedan / Sedan / Hatchback
Global (primarily North America, Europe, Asia, South America)Global (North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America)Global (including North America as Chevrolet Aveo, Europe as Chevrolet Aveo, some Asia and Latin America markets)Global (varied by region including North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America)Global (varies by region: North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America)Global (noting variations for Americas, Europe, Asia)Coverage: expanded
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2005 CHEVROLET Aveo B12S1/B14D4 (T200/T250)
T200/T250 / B12S1, B14D4, B15D2 / Varies by market: 1.2L SOHC I4 (B12S1), 1.4L DOHC I4 (B14D4), 1.5L DOHC I4 (B15D2) gasoline engines
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Oil type: SAE 5W-30 API SL or higherOil capacity: Approximately 3.75 liters (service fill, includes oil filter replacement)Related: T200, T250
2006 CHEVROLET Aveo B12D1/B14D4 (T200/T250)
T200/T250 / B12D1, B14D4, B15D2 / 1.2L SOHC I4 (B12D1), 1.4L SOHC I4 (B14D4), 1.5L SOHC I4 (B15D2) gasoline engines depending on market
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Oil type: SAE 5W-30 API SL or higherOil capacity: Approximately 3.75 liters service-fill including oil filter changeRelated: P0300, P0420, P0171, P0455
2007 CHEVROLET Aveo B10S1/S-TEC II (T200/T250)
T200/T250 / B10S1, S-TEC II, F14D3, Z14XEP / Global 2007 Aveo used primarily 1.2L (B10S1), 1.4L (S-TEC II/Z14XEP), and 1.6L (F14D3) inline-4 gasoline engines with SOHC or DOHC, MPI fuel systems.
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Oil type: SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 engine oil meeting GM specificationsOil capacity: Approximately 3.5 to 4.0 liters service-fill including filter change, varies by engineRelated: GM RPO B10S1, GM RPO F14D3, GM RPO Z14XEP
2009 CHEVROLET Aveo L4-1600 (F16D3)/L4-1400 (F14D3) (T250)
T250 / L4-1600 (F16D3), L4-1400 (F14D3), L4-1200 (LUJ) / Inline 4-cylinder petrol engines, ranging from 1.2L to 1.6L depending on market
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Oil type: SAE 5W-30 or 10W-40 (consult local variant specs)Oil capacity: Approximately 3.75 liters including oil filter (service fill)Related: F16D3, F14D3, LUJ
2010 CHEVROLET Aveo LDE/B10S1 (T250)
T250 / LDE, B10S1, D4FA, LUJ / 1.2L - 1.6L inline-4 gasoline and 1.4L diesel engines depending on market
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Oil type: SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 synthetic engine oil per market specificationsOil capacity: Approx. 3.5 L service-fill including filter change (varies by engine)Related: LDE, B10S1, D4FA, LUJ
2012 CHEVROLET Aveo Z12XEP/F14D3 (T250)
T250 / Z12XEP, F14D3, F16D4 / Inline-4 gasoline engines with displacements from 1.2L to 1.6L, varying by market
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Oil type: SAE 5W-30 synthetic or as per market specificationOil capacity: Approximately 3.5L service fill including filter change (varies by engine)Related: Chevrolet Sonic (North America name for 2012 Aveo), Daewoo Kalos (prior badge and design origin)
2014 CHEVROLET Aveo LUJ/LUV (T300)
T300 / LUJ, LUV, F16D4 / Main engines include 1.2L and 1.4L inline-4 gasoline engines in select markets, plus a 1.6L gasoline version. Diesel engines (e.g., 1.3L F16D4) available primarily in some European and Asian markets.
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Oil type: SAE 5W-30 synthetic or conventional depending on market and climateOil capacity: Approx. 3.5L including filter; service-fill with filter change recommendedRelated: P0300, P0420, P0171, P0455
2015 CHEVROLET Aveo F16D4/LUJ (T300)
T300 / F16D4, LUJ / Primarily 1.6L naturally aspirated inline-4 engines; 1.6L DOHC E-TEC II (F16D4) used in many markets including North America and Latin America. Some Asian markets received variations with different tuning.
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Oil type: SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended; see owner manual for local specificationsOil capacity: Approximately 4.3 liters (including oil filter) service fillRelated: F16D4 - Latin America/North America, LUJ - Select Asian markets
2020 CHEVROLET Aveo F16D4/LFV (T300)
T300 / F16D4, LFV / The 2020 Chevrolet Aveo was primarily offered with a 1.6L DOHC inline-4 engine. The F16D4 engine is common in Latin American and CIS markets, while the LFV variant appears in some Asian markets.
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Oil type: SAE 5W-30 API SN or higherOil capacity: Approximately 3.5 liters (service fill with filter replacement)Related: T300, F16D4, LFV
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | technical-profile | B12S1, B14D4, B15D2 | 1199-1498 cc | Multipoint fuel injection |
| 2006 | technical-profile | B12D1, B14D4, B15D2 | 1198-1498 cc | Multipoint fuel injection |
| 2007 | technical-profile | B10S1, S-TEC II, F14D3, Z14XEP | 1198 cc to 1598 cc | Multi-point injection (MPI) |
| 2009 | technical-profile | L4-1600 (F16D3), L4-1400 (F14D3), L4-1200 (LUJ) | 1199 cc to 1598 cc depending on engine code | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2010 | technical-profile | LDE, B10S1, D4FA, LUJ | 1.2L, 1.4L, 1.6L | Multi-point fuel injection (gasoline), common rail direct injection (diesel) |
| 2012 | technical-profile | Z12XEP, F14D3, F16D4 | 1199 - 1598 cc | Multipoint fuel injection |
| 2014 | technical-profile | LUJ, LUV, F16D4 | 1.2L to 1.6L inline-4 | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2015 | technical-profile | F16D4, LUJ | 1598 cc | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2020 | technical-profile | F16D4, LFV | 1.6 L (1598 cc) | Multi-point fuel injection |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | B12S1, B14D4, B15D2 | SAE 5W-30 API SL or higher | Approximately 3.75 liters (service fill, includes oil filter replacement) | Dexron III ATF (automatic), SAE 75W-90 GL-4 (manual) |
| 2006 | B12D1, B14D4, B15D2 | SAE 5W-30 API SL or higher | Approximately 3.75 liters service-fill including oil filter change | Dexron III/Mercon automatic transmission fluid for AT |
| 2007 | B10S1, S-TEC II, F14D3, Z14XEP | SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 engine oil meeting GM specifications | Approximately 3.5 to 4.0 liters service-fill including filter change, varies by engine | GM Dexron VI or equivalent automatic transmission fluid for AT, appropriate SAE gear oil for manual |
| 2009 | L4-1600 (F16D3), L4-1400 (F14D3), L4-1200 (LUJ) | SAE 5W-30 or 10W-40 (consult local variant specs) | Approximately 3.75 liters including oil filter (service fill) | Dexron II or equivalent automatic transmission fluid, manual uses SAE 75W-90 gear oil |
| 2010 | LDE, B10S1, D4FA, LUJ | SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 synthetic engine oil per market specifications | Approx. 3.5 L service-fill including filter change (varies by engine) | DEXRON III/VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) for automatics |
| 2012 | Z12XEP, F14D3, F16D4 | SAE 5W-30 synthetic or as per market specification | Approximately 3.5L service fill including filter change (varies by engine) | DEXRON III or equivalent automatic fluid for AT, manual uses specific gear oil |
| 2014 | LUJ, LUV, F16D4 | SAE 5W-30 synthetic or conventional depending on market and climate | Approx. 3.5L including filter; service-fill with filter change recommended | Dexron III/MV or manufacturer equivalent |
| 2015 | F16D4, LUJ | SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended; see owner manual for local specifications | Approximately 4.3 liters (including oil filter) service fill | DEXRON VI ATF for automatic variants |
| 2020 | F16D4, LFV | SAE 5W-30 API SN or higher | Approximately 3.5 liters (service fill with filter replacement) | Dexron VI ATF (automatic), SAE 75W-90 gear oil (manual) |
Technical specifications
- Engines: B12S1, B14D4, B15D2, B12D1, B10S1, S-TEC II, F14D3, Z14XEP, L4-1600 (F16D3), L4-1400 (F14D3), L4-1200 (LUJ), LDE
- Transmissions: 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic (market dependent), Dexron III ATF (automatic), SAE 75W-90 GL-4 (manual), 5-speed manual available in most markets, 4-speed automatic optional in some markets, Dexron III/Mercon automatic transmission fluid for AT, 5-speed manual (common globally), 4-speed automatic (available in select markets)
- Tire sizes: 175/65R14, 185/60R14, 185/55R15 (market dependent), 175/65 R14, 185/60 R14, 185/60 R15, 185/55R15, 185/55 R15, 195/50 R16, 185/65 R14
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: SAE 5W-30 API SL or higher / SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 engine oil meeting GM specifications / SAE 5W-30 or 10W-40 (consult local variant specs) / SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 synthetic engine oil per market specifications
- Transmission fluid: Dexron III ATF (automatic), SAE 75W-90 GL-4 (manual) / Dexron III/Mercon automatic transmission fluid for AT / GM Dexron VI or equivalent automatic transmission fluid for AT, appropriate SAE gear oil for manual / Dexron II or equivalent automatic transmission fluid, manual uses SAE 75W-90 gear oil
- Coolant: 5.5 liters / Around 6 liters / About 6 liters depending on body style and cooling system variant / Around 6 liters depending on market variant
- Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4 / DOT 4 / DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as per market/service manual / DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
Known problems
- Coolant leaks from water pump seals
- Timing belt wear needs regular inspection
- Throttle body cleaning recommended to avoid idle issues
- Timing chain noise after high mileage
- Early rust in humid climates
- Timing chain noise in some 1.4L engines after extended use
- Coolant leaks from radiator hose clamps
- Electrical issues in early models with alternator connectors
- Timing chain stretch on higher mileage engines
- Power steering pump noise
- Electrical issues in some markets
- Timing belt wear on diesel variant